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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LB18 EKEMOT history

LB18 EKE is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 2 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 68,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,988 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 EKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
2 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 EKE was last recorded at 68,988 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 10,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
58,014 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,974 miles
Average per year
8,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,988 miles
  • 2025 – 58,014 miles
  • 2024 – 49,597 miles
  • 2023 – 41,444 miles
  • 2022 – 31,473 miles
  • 2021 – 26,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,988 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 25 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,988 miles (+10,974)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,988 miles
    Test number
    659223201493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass58,014 miles (+8,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    58,014 miles
    Test number
    470126065937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass49,597 miles (+8,153)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,597 miles
    Test number
    656681500669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake switch loose

  4. Pass41,444 miles (+9,971)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,444 miles
    Test number
    566819722312
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on inner edges 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass31,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    31,473 miles
    Test number
    199774282250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail31,472 miles (+4,987)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,472 miles
    Test number
    144258273947
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass26,485 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    26,485 miles
    Test number
    569765169060
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB18 EKE

Does LB18 EKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 EKE is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 EKE?
The MOT on LB18 EKE is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 EKE done?
LB18 EKE was recorded at 68,988 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 8,396 miles a year.
Has LB18 EKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 EKE has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB18 EKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB18 EKE find?
LB18 EKE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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